Hometown: Sikeston, MO

Bio: I grew up in a small town with very few healthcare resources. I love working with my hands and developing creative solutions to problems. I am passionate about rural healthcare, LGBTQIA+ care, sports medicine, and obstetric/gynecologic care. My hobbies include foraging mushrooms, hiking, cross-stitch, and binge watching bad TV. 

Why Memorial: Memorial has the kindest people – I immediately felt so safe and comfortable. 

Clinical interests: LGBTQIA+ (Gender Affirming Care, Hormones, Surgical), OBGYN, Sports Medicine

Hobbies: Foraging Mushrooms, Rugby, Cross-Stitch, Hiking 

Favorite podcast: The Bald and The Beautiful with Trixie and Katya 

Best advice: Be true to yourself; don’t get bogged down by others’ opinions 

Favorite thing to do in South Bend/Mishawaka:  Not sure yet! I can’t wait to find out 🙂